What is GAM?

Many years ago when majestic whales swam off our shores, whalers would gather together to hunt. "Gam" was a term used to describe a herd of whales.  As whalers waited for their prey they would pass the time exchanging stories of brave deeds and challenge one another to demonstrate their best skills.  These competitions soon also became known as "Gams."

Today, this term is used to describe a group of Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts who have come together for the same purposes of days gone by...to share stories and demonstrate their skills in a variety of ways...tying knots, singing songs, boating races, and more.  These skills are demonstrated as a troop, a small group, or individually.  

Our GAM in Orange County has a 50+ year tradition – there are now generations of Girl Scout families that have participated in GAM. The focus today, as in the past, is on camaraderie, fun, and a display of one's best. This is Girl Scouts of Orange County's flagship event for high school Girl Scouts. 

GAM Director: Ashley Stevens

GAM Committee:
Elaine Murphy
Erin Johnson, GSOC

Contact: gsocgam@gmail.com

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PAST GSOC GAM RESULTS
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